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Branchdale, PA

Pennsylvania

Branchdale is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 306. Residents earn $31,563 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
306 Population 431/sq mi density
$31,563 Median Income $28,398 per capita
$75,800 Home Value
$575 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$31,563 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,800 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,563
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,800
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

How Branchdale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population306
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density431/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,563
Per Capita$28,398
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,800
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units240
Rent Burden20.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+73.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Broadband45.5%
Libraries14

Is Branchdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Branchdale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Branchdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Branchdale is $31,563, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Branchdale is $75,800, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Branchdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Branchdale has a population of 306 with a density of 431 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

306
Total Population
431
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Branchdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Branchdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Branchdale is $31,563, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Branchdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,563
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,398
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Branchdale is $75,800, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,800
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.3%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate7.11%
Branchdale has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density431/sq mi
Coordinates40.6732°N, 76.3222°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 45.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+73.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density431/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.5%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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